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Premium PLUS: The Golden Ticket for Language-Learning

Do you remember the moment you fell in love with languages? Do you desire to learn or advance in Korean quickly and effectively? Then you need a Korean tutor. A common question that first-time language-learners ask is "Where do I begin?" The answer? Guidance. For native English-speakers who want to learn Asian languages, for example, timelines provided by the U.S. Foreign Service Institute can appear discouraging. However, defeating these odds is not unheard of. If you want to beat the odds yourself, one of the best learning options is a subscription to Premium PLUS from Innovative Language. As an active Premium PLUS member of JapanesePod101.com and KoreanClass101.com myself, I have an enjoyable experience learning at an accelerated... Show more

Giving Directions in Korean: Learn Korean Direction Words

Knowing how to say left and right in Korean isn't good enough if you want to really get around Korea. Let’s learn how to give directions in Korean with KoreanClass101! Have you ever gotten lost in an unfamiliar city? In your own country, you can simply get in a taxi or ask someone for directions. But what would you do if this happens to you in a foreign country? Many Koreans can speak English, but this doesn’t mean that everyone speaks English fluently like you do. Therefore, it’s important to learn some basic phrases and words for directions so that when you’re not sure where you are in Korea, you can easily converse with locals in their native language. Don't be afraid to make mistakes when practicing, because this is just a part... Show more

The Top 100 Korean Nouns with Pronunciation

Learning a new language requires you to memorize new words everyday. The more you know, the faster you’ll be able to converse with the locals and even write letters to people. Today, we’ll introduce 100 Korean nouns for you to expand your vocabulary and improve your language skills. We’ve also provided audio files for you to practice the pronunciation of each word, so feel free to click on the words in our Korean nouns list! Ready to learn Korean nouns with KoreanClass101.com? Let’s go! Table of Contents 가전제품 (gajeonjepum) — Nouns for "Appliances" 과학 기술 (gwahak gisul) — Nouns for "Technology" 교통 (gyotong) — Nouns for "Transportation" 레스토랑 (reseutorang) — Nouns for "Restaurant" 학교 필수품 (hakgyo pilsupum) — Nouns for "School... Show more

“Happy Birthday” in Korean & More Korean Life Event Messages

How do you wish someone well in Korean? What can you say to express congratulations or condolences in Korean? Today we’re going to introduce many different ways to send best wishes to someone you care about in Korean. This includes some of the most important events in Korea, such as weddings, graduations, university admissions, and so on. If you master these messages, you’ll be able to be part of—and enjoy—important life events with the locals. It’s also a great chance for you to practice the language! Table of Contents How to Say "Happy Birthday" in Korean Various Messages about Pregnancy and Birth Congratulations in Korean: Graduations Various Messages for University Admissions Various Messages for New Jobs and Promotions... Show more

Talk About the Weather in Korean Like a Native

Did you know that every minute of the day, one billion tons of rain falls on the earth? Hard to believe, considering the climate crisis! Of course, all that rain is not equally shared across the planet. So, would you mention this fascinating fact to your new acquaintance? Well, small talk about local weather is actually a great conversation-starter. Everyone cares about the weather and you’re sure to hear a few interesting opinions! Seasons can be quite unpredictable these days and nobody knows the peculiarities of a region better than the locals. KoreanClass101 will equip you with all the weather vocabulary you need to plan your next adventure. The weather can even be an important discussion that influences your adventure plans.... Show more